Which critical thinking skill allows the nurse to think outside of the box when assessing a patient?
1) Divergent thinking
2) Reasoning
3) Creativity
4) Reflection
ANS: 3
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How would the nurse explain the purpose of photocoagulation to a diabetic patient with diabetic retinopathy?
a. The procedure will destroy the retina, which is not getting enough blood supply. b. The procedure will reduce edema in the macula of the eye. c. The procedure will vaporize fatty deposits that appear in the retina. d. The procedure will destroy new blood vessels, seal leaking vessels, and help prevent retinal edema.
The nurse is caring for a patient with gender dysphoria who is in the process of gender reassignment. The patient tells the nurse, "Why does this process take so long? I'm tired of living like the opposite sex." What is the nurse's best response
1. "It allows you to reflect on the whether or not you are serious about the procedure." 2. "It allows you to make a social transition to the opposite gender before any hormonal or surgical procedure begins." 3. "It allows the health care provider time to decide whether you are a good candidate for the procedure." 4. "It allows you time to make a physical transition to the opposite gender before any hormonal procedure."
An infertile patient has been found to have unfavorable cervical mucus. The nurse should expect that the patient will receive:
a. estrogen. b. progesterone. c. HCG. d. FSH.
A nurse is evaluating the diet plan of a breastfeeding mother. Which beverage is most likely to cause intolerance in the infant?
1. Orange juice 2. Milk 3. Decaffeinated tea 4. Water